2005 Dodge Charger vs. 1981 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (340 HP) has 273 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1043 kg more than 1981 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Honda Ballade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade. 2005 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1981 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1981 Honda Ballade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Charger | 1981 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Charger | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1334 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2330 mm |
